steve2006

Hi,

Check the drain pipework on the moonroof as they may have become clogged over the summer with debris and now cannot cope with the heavy rainfall.

I have seen a tutorial somewherte for doing this.

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Not much use with automatics :whistles:

Hi,

The most probably cause is the o ring seal on the reservoir this is available from Lexus at around $6.00 Part # 90080-30040

You need to remove the low pressure return pipe and 3 bolts holding it to the pump. ( you don't have to remove the pump itself)

Remove as much fluid as you can 1st using a rubber bulb type chicken baster then put plenty of rags under the pump to catch any remaining fluid.

Here are some pictures showing the bolt locations and the o ring.

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e191/ste...exuspspump1.jpg

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e191/ste...exuspspump2.jpg

Reassemble then top up the ps fluid and bleed the system.

Good luck

Hi,

You could try T M Engineering for the sway bar bushes.

Here's the link

http://www.tmengineering.net/

Sounds like your crankshaft oil seal has failed

Hi,

Just follow this link

http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/steering/psflush.html

LOC UK members have had the same problem here's the link to the fix.

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/forum/ind...showtopic=31393

I have a 1990 Lexus Ls 400, and when it is cold the pump whines really loud. Any suggestions?

Have your fan belt checked. You can replace it yourself if needed, it's pretty straight forward.

Does it whine or howl? A howl is the classic "turn your wheels and the wolves start singing". That is a loose belt. A whine in my experience is low fluid, cavitating right above the impeller, top it off and you should be OK. There is a pump and rack rebuild kit on craigslist for 10 bucks plus shipping! All the soft parts you need, looks like a bunch of O-rings. Couldnt hurt.

Hi,

Sorry for my ignorance but could you provide a link for "craigslist" as doing a PS pump rebuild.

Thanks

Hi,

I would start by checking the coolant temperature sensor and it's wiring, as the fault appears temperature related,if this is playing up it can make the ECU think the engine is warmed up when infact it is starting from cold so the cold start circuit does not come into operation when it should.

These sensors do fail and are not expensive to replace.

Has anybody heard from this person,about there needed parts. I am starting to think this post should be sent to the junk yard!!

I haven't had any response from them.

Recently my left turn signal light went out. I was wondering if anyone had a link to a tutorial at how to get the front orange covers off. There aren't any bolts holding them on and I'm afraid if I try to pry them off I will end up braking the plastic. (already happened with the right marker cover cause i was impatient :/ )

Any help is greatly appreciated.

P.S. Also if you just have a plain tutorial or tips on replacing them if you don't have to take that plastic cover off that'd be great too.

I don't know the year of your car but normally there is a single screw holding the unit into the fender,remove the screw and lift out that side move it sideways away from the car and it should come out.

i have 92 ls 400 need to change door handle ext do any other years fit

Should be 1990-1994 model year. Front LH #69220-50010-**

RH #69210-50010-**

Rear LH #69240-50010-**

RH #69230-50010-**

thanks for unfo now i can fix this thing now would like to find chrome covers for same

There were some on ebay.com.

The cooling fan has 2 relays controlling it one is switched by the coolant temperature switch and the other by the air con pressure switch the common item here which would result in both circuits failing is the 15A fuse marked " heater fuse" located at the rear of the parking brake release lever.

This fuse supplies both relays to the fan.

If you can read the diagram here's a link to it ( the fuse concerned is on the top left of the diagram)

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e191/ste...olingfancct.jpg

Hi,

I guess you mean the upper ball joints if so they are part of the upper arms and the whole assembly will need changing,I think Arnott do the pair for around $200.00 ( or look on ebay.com) if it is the bottoms they are replaceable as an item.

Hi,

Do you know why the fuse has blown because I would want to know before replacing it, check for a short circuit before putting in the fuse and I would also disconnect the battery before fitting in case it does go again whilst fitting as it would be very hot as it blows and so would your fingers.

Hi,

I could do with the power steering pump as mine has the leak starting so I want to refurb one 1st then swap over.

If you can give me a price with shipping to the UK I can Paypal the money.

Thanks,

Steve

Hi,

Sorry I am a little confused here, do you want the owners's manual you get with the car ( the 2 previous replies give you a source of these) or the repair workshop manual?

Hi,

This seems a bargain

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1998-LEXUS-...sspagenameZWDVW

I had the same problem on my 1994 LS and purchased a small tin of semi matt paint from my local hardware store ($3.00),bit of masking and brush painted.

Cannot tell they have been done and still OK a year later.

I have a 1991 LS-400. My dash shows a light out, but all lights are working. When I hit the brake the "R" (reverse) light comes on. Suddenly, when my lights are on, the transmission will not shift out of 1st gear (this is an automatic). If I turn off the lights, the transmission is fine. Any thoughts if the two problems are related and what the fix would be?

Hi,

This sounds like the usual LS problem due to a break in the wiring loom that passes over the trunk lid hinge.

If you look on top of the hinge on the LHS ( may be the RHS in the US) you will see a loom covered in plastic that contains the wires to the trunk lid lights.

Carefully open this up and check for frayed/broken wires.

Repair as needed and this should sort your problem.

Hi,

Follow this link

http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?f...&category0=

Hi,

Have a look on ebay as we in the UK have been buying 2 top wishbones with balljoints for $200.00 I haven't had any feedback yet as to how good they are but worth a look.

Here's the link

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAP...944245&rd=1

Hi,

For the bulb types you need have a look at this link

http://www.lexls.com/tutorials/lighting/

The trunk lid lights and license plate lights are accessed by removing the soundproofing inside the trunk lid there are some clips/plastic screws holding it in place which need to be carefully remove.

Once you have done this you can access the bulb holders and replace as required the license plate bulbs are a bit tricky as you have to reach inside the trunk frame and twist the bulb holders to release them.

To remove the front headlights/foglights first remove the indicator lense ( one screw on top after lifting hood up then give it a tug) looking where the indicator was you will see the side headlight securing screw remove this and the other 2 this should allow the complete unit to come out to replace the bulbs.

Good luck

On my master key for my Lexus LS400 theres a button on the side of the key. im guessing its for the alarm and to auto lock and unlock the car. i just replaced the battery and i tried it on the car and nothing happens. can anyone confirm that its for the alarm and if anyone knows how much it costs to get a new key for it.

Hi,

Look to the left of the steering wheel there is a panel just below with a switch on it that says remote make sure it is switched to on or the remote will not work.

Cheers,

Steve

Hi,

I cannot find anything specific but there are at least 4 fuses involved in the ac have you checked them all?

Cheers,

Steve